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Arthur Peterson papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: C0027

Scope and Content

Collection contains materials relating to Peterson's long acting career. Types of materials include scripts to his television, film, and stage roles, correspondence, and props used by Peterson.

Dates

  • Creation: 1940-1987

Creator

Access Restrictions

Collection is open to research.

Use Restrictions

There are no restrictions.

Biographical Information

Arthur Peterson played character and supporting roles on stage, television, and feature films. On television, fans of the series Soap (1977-1981), a spoof on soap operas, may remember Peterson as the Major. Born in North Dakota, Peterson first obtained a degree in theater from the University of Minnesota before becoming a professional actor with the Federal Theater Project. Peterson made his media debut in 1936 with a regular role on the radio serial The Guiding Light. During WWII, Peterson fought within General Patton's third regiment. Upon his discharge, Peterson appeared in the ABC network's first situation comedy, That's O'Toole. Peterson's stage work included appearances in such plays as Inherit the Wind. His film credits include Return to Peyton Place (1961), Born Wild (1968), the television movie Rollercoaster (1977), and Just Pals (1982). Peterson spent 1981 to 1991 touring the country with his wife in a Pasadena Playhouse production of The Gin Game. When the play's long run ended, Peterson retired from acting. He passed away on October 31, 1996.

Extent

12 Linear Feet (33 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Collection contains materials relating to Peterson's long acting career. Types of materials include scripts to his television, film, and stage roles, correspondence, and props used by Peterson.

Arrangement

This collection is arranged alphabetically by subject and production title.

Acquisition Information

Collection donated by Lorraine Brown in 1992

Related Material

Special Collections Research Center also holds many other collections on theatre and the performing arts.

Processing Information

Processed by Special Collections Research Center staff. EAD markup completed in March 2009 by Eron Ackerman and Jordan Patty.

Title
Guide to the Arthur Peterson papers, 1940-1987
Subtitle
Arthur Peterson
Status
Completed
Author
Eron Ackerman
Date
2006 By George Mason University Libraries. All rights reserved.
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Description is in English

Repository Details

Part of the George Mason University. Libraries. Special Collections Research Center Repository

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